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August 12, 2012
"Hear, Ye! Hear, Ye! The Master is calling for leaders to lead His people! His church has a tremendous need for leaders to facilitate Life Groups that will begin in September. The church needs YOU! It cannot operate without YOU! Someone will not be blessed unless you bless them. Someone will not learn unless you teach them. Someone will not come to know Jesus as Savior and Lord unless you introduce them to Him. We need disciples to help train other disciples. Volunteer today -
http://mtbethel.org/disciplelife/ or contact Gayle Haden at 678-560-7427 or gayle.haden@mtbethel.org. It will be the most blessed thing you will do this Fall.
The other day I was reading from the book of James. As you remember in chapter three, James encourages us to tame the tongue. As a ship's rudder, the tongue is a very small thing; but it can do great damage if we do not keep it in check. For example, I have seen the character of a young girl ruined by the carrier of half-truths and untruths. I have seen the ministry of church workers destroyed because of the tongue and misrepresenting the truth. "The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell" (James 3:6).
Don't stop reading at verse six because that will leave a bad taste in your mouth. Read on down to verse nine. "With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father..." The tongue can be a blessing as well as a curse. You and I decide how we will use it. Let us praise our Lord and Father and lift up our brothers and sisters with our words. God has ordained that we be a blessing to Him and to others. Let us allow the Holy Spirit to make us into what God wants us to be.
We were born into this world to enjoy and be enjoyed by God. Life is a beautiful experience if we live it in a selfless manner. Selflessness was the order of the day for Jesus when He lived on the earth. Jesus calls us to take up our cross daily and follow Him. Let us nail our tongue as well as our entire body to the old rugged cross so that it may bring glory to Jesus Christ.
As this particular body of Christ, we are called to be in business with God. His business is "winning souls and making disciples." He has the power and the means to run the business. Let us be about doing our part in the calling of Jesus Christ. Part of our calling is to live before the world in such a way that we make Him look good. This Sunday we will be talking about the character of a disciple. Living in the world as a representative of the very life of Jesus Christ is our calling as one of His disciples. May we submit to Him and commit to love Him in all we do by living like Him in the world.
Rev. Glenn Ray
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Worship Services
August 12
8:15am Chapel - Rev. Kelly Brumbeloe
9:30 & 11:00am God's Garden Worship Service for ages 3 (by 9/1/10) through Pre K - in A35.
9:30am & 11:00am Sanctuary - "The Character of a Disciple" - Philippians 1:27-30 - Rev. Glenn Ray
11:00am Encounter Contemporary - Rev. Kelly Brumbeloe
11:00am Kid Quest Children's Worship for K-2nd Graders in F015
11:00am The P.O.D. Children's Worship for 3rd to 5th Graders in the Upper Room -
St. Philip UMC - 11:00am Worship Service - "More Than Fire Insurance" - Isaiah 43:1-13 - Rev. Jon Ponders
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Our Joys & Concerns
The rosebud on the altar is in honor of the birth of Andrew Lee Hornsby, son of Will & Gretchen Hornsby and grandson of Ben & Betty Hornsby, on August 8, 2012.
The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God; in loving memory of Mindy Lee Shelton, given by Mom, Dad & Missy; and in loving memory of Melanie Stolz, given by Wayne and Tim Stolz and Stacy John.
The Paschal Candle burns in honor of the life of Marlene Robinson, now living in the Father's House. The Paschal Candle also burns in honor of the baptism of Elizabeth Rose Murphy, daughter of Timothy & Lauren Murphy; and Madison Elizabeth Lewis, daughter of Michael & Mishelle Lewis.
Recently hospitalized: Jim Cochran, Jean Mitchell, Kay Todd.
We extend Christian sympathy to Greg, Jane, Rachel, Jill & Robert Fox in the loss of Jane's father, Warren Peters; to Robin, Ben & Corey Griffin in the loss of Robin's father, Robin Crispin; to Jeff, Kim, Colin, Connor & Cole McGarr in the loss of Kim's grandmother, Margaret Dobbins. May God hold you in the palm of His hand during this time of grief.
We wish to congratulate Doug & Pat Ault on the birth of their grandson, John Garrison Scott, son of Mark & Amy Scott, on August 1, 2012.
The Estonia Mission Team would like to express their gratitude to Mt. Bethel for their care and outward expression of love to Pastor Sergi Sutskov and his church, Eesti Methotisti Kirik. May God bless you - the Estonia Mission Team
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Please visit mtbethel.org for more details about our ministries, programs and events. If you are visiting Mt. Bethel for the first time, please stop by the Visitor Information Booth. There you can find information about Children's Worship, Nursery & Sunday School options. If you wish to become a member or would like to receive our monthly newsletter, please contact our Membership Office at
678-560-7226.
Hungry? Sunday morning Fellowship Breakfasts resume Sunday, August 12, in the Fellowship Hall. Tuesday lunches begin August 14 from 11:30am-1:30pm. Wednesday night dinners resume August 22.
Cub Scout Pack 121 is having an information and registration meeting on Sunday, August 19, at 2:00pm in the Scout Hut. Cub Scouting is open to all boys entering the 1st through 5th grade. Parents of boys entering the 1st grade will work together to form dens for the boys and pick leaders; however, all parents of 1st graders are very active in the den activities. Parents of 2nd-5th grade boys may also form dens or depending on the numbers may join existing dens. Discussion at the meeting will include what the program events are scheduled for this year, how dens are formed and meet, and question and answers session. If you have questions before the meeting, please contact Todd Pinniger, Cub Master, at 678-672-8399 or todd.pinniger@gmail.com or Kes Stadler, Committee Chair, at kstadler@mindspring.com 404-274-6705. The Scout Hut is at the end of the path leading through the "Fields of Dreams" behind Mt. Bethel UMC.
The Special Needs Ministry would like to invite you to an Open house, Sunday, August 26, from 9:29am-12pm. Come visit us in F002 and see how this special ministry seeks to make Mt. Bethel an inclusive community to all people. If you would like more information about how you can connect and serve with the Special Needs Ministry, please join us on August 26 at 12:15 for a short informational lunch. We hope to see you at our Open House or Informational lunch. For questions, contact Kim McGarr kimmcgarr@mtbethel.org or 770-579-9224, ext. 25.
"I have to tell you....until I joined the choir, I didn't feel at all a part of the church. Since then, I have found the choir to be a most welcoming group. In the short time I have been there, I now feel very much at home. I know I am not the strongest voice, but I am happy to give back the talent God has given me." The reflections of a relatively new choir member; how about YOU?! Take the plunge! Come try us for a month, then decide if this is you answering God's call. Wednesdays, Celebration at 6:30 (9:30 service) or Chancel at 7:15 (11 service). We look forward to seeing you!
A new Singles Sunday School Class will start on September 9. Rev. Glenn Ray will be teaching this 9:30am class. Location will be announced later. If you are interested, please email glenn.ray@mtbethel.org.
The Career Ministry of Mt. Bethel UMC will meet on Tuesday, August 14, at the Mt. Bethel Community Center (4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068). Resume reviews begin at 6:30pm and the Presentation at 7:30pm. NEW TOPIC - How to Interview & Negotiate Pay. Most job seekers find dealing with pay issues to be one of the most challenging components of their job search. How do you address the dreaded questions "what is your current pay" and "what pay do you expect"? Compensation is perceived by most employees and job seekers as a "black box" because compensation management principles, systems, and rates of pay are not openly communicated to either employees or job seekers. This session will focus on preparing you to answer the two dreaded questions as well as open up the "black box" to provide you with the inside information that you need to be prepared to manage all aspects of the pay component of your job search. But before you discuss pay with a prospective employer, it is essential that you prepare for the interview and interview well. During our session we will also review interviewing best practices, resources that can help increase your chances of success, and finally techniques that improve the quality of your phone, video, and in person interviewing.
Groupers August Dine & Unwind Tuesday, August 21, at 6:30 at Cinco - (a Mexican cantina), 2851 Akers Mill Road, Atlanta, GA 30339. RSVP to Kim McGarr at 770-579-9224, ext. 25, or Kim.McGarr@mtbethel.org or Ellen Sutley at bugeau@comcast.net
Tuesday Nights Under the Bridges - Join us under the bridges of Atlanta with the 7 Bridges Ministry Tuesday, August 28. We depart Mt. Bethel at 4pm sharp. We eat a burger at US Café then meet our guides at The Garden. There is time for a quick tour for first timers. From The Garden, we head out under the bridges. WE GO RAIN OR SHINE! Dress according to weather & wear comfortable shoes. If led, bring a case of water. To sign up go to openingourdoors.com. See the tab, Tuesday Under The Bridges. Select, click to volunteer. Questions, please contact: Ben Hornsby, 678-333-1871, or ben.hornsby@mtbethel.org.
Library News - With Wednesday night dinners and activities starting on August 22, I wanted to remind you to make use of our library. Wednesday afternoon from 3:00 to 6:00 someone will be available to help you find or checkout books. Our nonfiction books are found in B118 and fiction in B116. There are also some very interesting biographies in B116. We have an extensive collection of children's literature in the front of the Children's Ministry area. I hope you will make use of this convenient resource! Also, if you would like to be a volunteer librarian, we could really use your help! Sherry Reed, Volunteer Librarian - reedsa@att.net
Habitat for Humanity - Road Race Sponsors Needed. Construction of Mt. Bethel's 32nd Habitat Home will begin in September. The October Habitat Road Race provides much of the funding for the Habitat homes we build. Please consider becoming a race sponsor (business, personal, small group, etc.). Depending on level of sponsorship each sponsor's name or logo will appear on the race T-shirt, all signage and race materials reaching thousands of Cobb County and metro Atlanta residents. Your support will help another deserving family escape poverty housing and realize their dream of home ownership. For more information please contact Ashley O'Neil at 770-314-0130 or springfield_ashley@yahoo.com.
Dishwashers needed for Wednesday Night Dinners -must be at least 16 years of age and able to work from 4:30 until approximately 8:30 on Wednesday evenings. If interested, please call Jan or Cathy at 678-560-7408 or stop by the kitchen to complete an application. Dinners begin August 22.
Children's Ministry
Life groups for 4th and 5th grade children provide a nurturing environment for pre-teens to explore God's Word, grow in their faith, explore their walk with Jesus Christ and build relationships within their peer group. Life groups allow timely discussion, hands-on mission projects, Bible study and how to apply Scripture to their everyday lives. This is a wonderful bridge for children as they begin to transition from childrens into students ministry. Life groups are forming now for the 2012-2013 school year. Life groups for children 4th and 5th grade along with a parent/mentor are from 6:30-7:30 pm on Wednesday evenings in the Education Building. Our first meeting will be Wednesday, September 5, in F011. Please contact sherri.juliani@mtbethel.org for more information.
Student Ministry
Student Ministries will hold a Parent Meeting for 6th-12th grade parents on Sunday, August 19, from 12:15-12:30. Immediately following will be a Confirmation Orientation meeting at 12:30pm.
Women's Ministry
The Diane Mickler Circle will meet Monday, August 13, at 11:30am for "Chat & Chew." Bring your sandwich and join us in room B 116. Contact Louise Hansen at 770-394-9225 for more details.
Recreation Ministry
Fall Youth Sports - The deadline has passed but there are still some spaces in the Fall Sports Leagues. Call 770-971-5280 to check availability. For those who are registered, expect a call from your coach with your team assignment after the coaches meeting on Tuesday, August 21. Practices begin the week of August 27.
Adult Coed Softball - Now registering. Contact Adam Sheffield at adam.sheffield@mtbethel.org or 770-971-4299 for more information or to register your team. Deadline is August 15.
Mt. Bethel Adult Bowling League - Meet & Greet Night - August 27 at 6pm. Join us for free bowling and snacks at the Brunswick Zone Marietta Lanes on Delk Road. Try your hand at bowling and if interested, sign up on a 4-person team. League play begins Monday, September 10 at 6pm. The league has a four-person team mixed men and women format. Beginners are welcome. For more information call Pam Lange at 770-973-0889 or Ron Mastin at 770-924-0359.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $82,291
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $597,010
Budget Offerings Needed to date -- $1,005,577
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Sunday, August 12
7:30-9:15am Fellowship Breakfast - Fellowship Hall
8:15am Traditional Worship Service - Sanctuary
9:30am Sunday School
9:30am Worship Service - Sanctuary
9:30am Camp Splat Children's Worship - F011/15
9:30am God's Garden - A35
11:00am Worship Service - Sanctuary
11:00am Encounter Worship Service - Fellowship Hall
11:00am Camp Splat Children's Worship - F011/15
11:00am Sunday School
11:00am God's Garden - A35
4:00pm Student Choir meeting - A18
Monday, August 13
9:30am Corrigan Care - D8
9:30am Preschool Council Board - B115
11:30am Diane Mickler Circle - B106
2:00pm Funeral for Marlene Robinson - Sanctuary
Tuesday, August 14
9:00am Membership Committee - B112
9:30am Mother's Morning Out - D5-8
10:30am Knitting Angels - B109
11:30am-1:30pm Tuesday Lunch - Dining Room
6:30pm Trustees - B109
6:30pm MBCA Middle School Scoop Night - Sanctuary
6:30pm Career Ministry Resume Review & Networking - Community Center
7:30pm Career Ministry Program - Community Center
Wednesday, August 15
9:30am Corrigan Care - D8
9:45am MOPS - B112
11:30am Special Projects Committee - B116
1:00pm Bridge Group - Community Center
4:30pm Knitting Angels - B109
6:00pm Areopagus Meeting - Community Center
6:00pm Student Bible Studies - B Hall
6:30pm Divorce Support Group - H House
6:30pm Celebration Choir Rehearsal - A23
7:00pm Orchestra Rehearsal - Sanctuary
7:15pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal - A18
Thursday, August 16
9:30am Mother's Morning Out - D5-8
10:00am Painting Class - Community Center
12:00pm Aloha to Aging Lunch & Learn - Community Center
6:30pm Foster Care Ministry Orientation - B118
7:00pm Prayer Ministry - B106
Friday, August 17
6:30am Friday's Faithful - B112
7:00am Charlie Oates Men's Bible Study - Community Center
9:30am Mother's Morning Out - D5-8
Saturday, August 18
9:00am Foster Care Training - F011
10:00am Alcoholics Anonymous - Community Center
6:30pm Father/Daughter Dance - Fellowship Hall
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